The Corsair 3500x Ultimate Case Review

[@mountaindewman6387]

i bought the icue version about 2 months ago. it was my first build and i am happy with the way my build turned out.

[@dustymccrusty8545]

Just bought this case on a whim for my 7900xtx and 7800x3d i like what im hearing

[@georgebranchaud2041]

Enthusiastic presentation. Hit all the high points. Didn't waste any breath on fluff. Makes me think about including this case in my possible parts list.

[@robeytech]

Thank you! Appreciate your feedback!

[@lesbsocal9107]

Being the old timer here, I am learning to build with 2024 hardware, my last build being 2010. Things much more complex and compact now. Need MUCH more cooling. Crazy fans everywhere. Most of all, this is a heckuva lotta fun. Thanx for 3vid. Subed and upvoted.

[@DrezzarEC006]

I just bought this because of the gpu bracket, to use it verticall or horizontal you just have to flip the bracket and install your pcie riser

[@johnmarshallkurama5779]

Own this case myself & honestly its a pretty good case to build in since you can basically strip all the panels off & as you said plenty of space for cable management plus my temps are pretty decent

[@jamesolcott4388]

Love the looks of that case and your right about the corsair c-70 case love mine

[@robeytech]

Such a cool case!

[@PlatypusVomit]

I bought this case (the icue link black version) yesterday for my first build since slot card cpu's were a thing and....I'm in over my head.

[@kandastrike]

Why don't you compare it with the 4000D in terms of cooling?

[@LaidBackGamer1981]

I just brought this case, using it to build my first pc

[@hockey1973]

Isn't the lack of rubber grommets due to support to "cableless" motherboards that have back connectors?

[@matheusandrade1059]

please provide the maximum thickness of radiator+fan at the top of the case!!

[@thb3e7775]

Great case! CPU/ GPU runs cool w/ my 7800 x3d / Aorus master 4080 air cooled.

[@kevontrotman9008]

the c70 was my second case but my first corsair case ever and that case was sooo good and perfect for a home server

[@WinWitWon]

I love it, but cable managment is quite hard with a bigger 1000w power supply

[@kenbad8271]

I just bought this case today and it is awesome I didn't get the one with the IQ link because I just don't want it. However I did waste some money buying the argb one instead of the non argb because I am using different argb fan kits in it and I don't need the ones that are installed in it. That said I don't care if I spent $20.00 more for this one as I have bought other cases in the past for much more and they were nowhere near as good as this one.

[@DoktorHaus014]

I agree that iCue Link version is the best of three. But I prefer dual chamber cases and I really like my Antec C8. Can`t wait to put Lian Li Edge PSU in it.

[@robeytech]

It's a great PSU! Wouldn't work as well in this case though.

[@robertcras8151]

I have EATX and was looking to switch to a Mid case because I want to be to attach it to my Secret lab magnus Which means height has to be within 354-543mm en width between 170-300mm. What case would you suggest for the EATX?

[@mbrosenb86]

If you are like me and you really like a hinged glass door, take a look at the 6500X, its big brother.

[@josea.9475]

At around 10:00 you mention the lack of cable grommets. I think you're overlocking a few things. 1) there are many nooks and crannies mean to hide things like Link cables. 2) This case is designed to be multifunctional with its primary focus being the new BTF/Project Zero/Stealth (Asus/MSI/Gigabyte respectively). Imo its not fait to consider this a negative, or markdown, rather a point of praise where corsair had enough consideration to make the case compatible with more layouts than the primary aesthetic function it designed for. Just my 2 cents. Other than that great video thank you for doing a deep dive on the thermals, sincerely appreciate it!

[@robeytech]

The case has a dual purpose and there are cases that do both BTF and standard that have rubber grommets. I stand by our criticism and we did mention it was nitpicky :)

[@josea.9475]

@@robeytech (That wasn't a BTF build. judging by the MSI board in the B-roll was a non project zero build, since we're being nitpicky lol) why be so condescending, I thought it was a great video I just felt that "nitpicky" portion could either have been left out completely, or presented as a heads up to those who may want to invest in this case but may not have the trendy new boards yet. I understand that y'all conceded it was nitpicky, however it doesn't feel fair to the engineers who designed this case with a particular use case in mind. I'm also well aware that there are other cases that can serve as BTF/Project Zero/Stealth compatible cases, and they are advertised as such. Meaning its an expected feature. The fact that Corsair didn't create a case that pigeon holed people into using only BTF/PZ/or Stealth builds should be recognized, instead of being overly critical.

[@slinkadoo6292]

@@josea.9475 I think they're referring to 9:45 and not what you said. Cheers!

[@YuYuMamba]

Is there anyway I can make the pre installed rgb fans sync with my command pro fans?

[@brokenwicket]

does it fit arctic LF III 280MM at top?

[@LaidBackGamer1981]

I just brought that case for my first pc rig

[@jton1]

I’m stuck between this and the h5 elite. They’re at a $10 price difference

[@PatrickBarnaby]

Thor 190 x 150 x 86 mm and Corsairs 1600 150 x 86 x 200 mm. These will fit in the NZXT H7 FLOW RGB 2024.

[@Jman-eg9zp]

just want to confirm does the glass have a tint?

[@leewest9274]

Doesn't effect it as long as ur using rgb fans

[@Jman-eg9zp]

​@@leewest9274 I like tint, I'm just wondering how tinted it is

[@gasracing5000]

This case has a one-piece front connector... yhea baby, yhea!

[@VTGGT]

You should mention hdd/ssd drives capacity.

[@hellspawnx3526]

3 hdds 3.5'', 2 ssd 2.5''

[@asdrattyler1906]

Pretty sure they're mounted in the rear, never really done that myself but thought I'd treat myself to a pre build (don't spit on me) and I noticed they were in the back. I like it, makes use of space

[@FrankGamingVlog]

Can the new lian li hydroshift fits in this case?

[@robeytech]

Yep, it's fine! Also, we have a step-by-step for how to install this AiO on this channel!

[@steven_qso601]

buscaba un case para mi primera pc gamer creo que esta es una muy buena opcion, excelente video

[@jazuschrist5749]

Does anyone know if this case supports vertical gpu mounting ?

[@VEESIX24]

Yes it does. The pcie bracket on the rear unscrews and can be rotated 90°. You just need a riser and away you go.

[@VEESIX24]

It means that you can vertically mount the gpu further from the glass than in the 5000D case (for example).

[@robingreen3085]

Does it have any dust protection?

[@Gsrsourkrause]

Yes. Rear and bottom have dust covers you can remove.

[@kratos9692]

wait should i get this oone or the 4000d??

[@Abderrahmane2918]

which one you end up chosing cause I have trouble choosing between the 2

[@josephburdette2407]

@@Abderrahmane2918 im upgrading to this one from a 4000d so i can fit a 4090

[@leewest9274]

3500x is way better plus I like vthe new link fans

[@OMGGITSDAVID]

The fans being mounted backwards to intake air is just lazy. Reverse blades please.

[@Jarrahfe]

Can I use this case without iCue ?

[@thecjcowart]

Yep. They sell a fanless version of the case for about $90 USD.

[@Jarrahfe]

@@thecjcowart thanks for replying legend

[@thecjcowart]

@@Jarrahfe Glad to be of service!

[@TheMacedoniaGR]

The only case tha worth is the Phanteks Eclipse P600S, because of silence build, if you dont care about that go for nztx aquarium style cases that are the most beautiful

[@MaguireCaddy]

Hi I just built my first pc, what temps are good I’m sitting at 49-56 degrees Celsius

[@Brick2Brickz]

corsair 150$ lian li 60$

[@araara2341]

Steve from Gamer Nexus pointed out concerns about gpu cooling from the case fans on top of psu section as there is lack of air intake holes in the psu section. It might be worth including gpu temps in the review

[@robeytech]

Actually, temps for the GPU were still some of the best (top six of all the cases we tested) as well, so not sure the concerns tested out that way. We will start incorporating the data into our reviews but we highlight if it's an issue. You can see all the data here - 1drv.ms/x/s!AjLCQDvYSJCGi5kvSQwIrOkB72DR_w?e=77ZelO

[@araara2341]

@@robeytech That is really helpful! Thank you 👍🏻

[@Sholdra]

Steve never reviewed this case. What are you talking about

[@araara2341]

@@Sholdra He didn’t review it yet he just shared his initial thoughts on it while at Computex

[@nicolaslsoto]

@@robeytech is it even required to have fans between the psu and GPU? Does it make that big of a difference?

[@Rtx4080mem]

From all the other reviews on this case, the build quality is not so good. Must be a Corsair sponsored video. Why hype up a cheaply made computer case?

[@robeytech]

This is not Corsair sponsored and we both built in the case live and we did the review and at no point did we feel like the case was cheaply made. We would say sponsored if the video was sponsored. We use almost every major case in our builds so not sure where they felt it was cheaply made.

[@se7zer]

Saved me from buying. Thank you sir

[@mikeyhope7577]

This is just false lol. Most other reviews also say the case has good overall rigidity.

[@robeytech]

@@se7zer the case is not poorly made!

[@se7zer]

@@robeytech thank you! I've had one very good experience with a corsair case, then two bad experiences. That's why I've decided going for the NZXT H7 2024 for now.

[@the12gaugeshotty]

Yawn. Another fish tank case. Boring.

[@robeytech]

It's a trend for sure...

[@mmercato7174]

its really good !🥳

[@DianeFoxxx]

Thank you I was wondering how to open this beauty, now I know thank you